filippfilm
Rock Star
Bronze Level
I think this is not the discipline of the Olympic Games. All the same, there are disciplines related specifically to physical education and body development.
Risto234
põrandaalune pokkerimängija
Loyaler
Dont know/care how long casual chess game lasts but i'd imagine with poker it is quite simple assuming it do not fit into 2h timeframe lol ...
Psyanide14
Legend
Silver Level
Said it before in another thread and will say it again...ABSOLUTELY NOT. Poker has too much luck involved and to compare the training vs a true sport is incomprehensible. I could see chess but poker definitely not. While we are at it, let’s have bingo as an Olympic sport too.
flail1
Legend
Platinum Level
I think Olympics mantra is all about physical skills competitions. One could argue that poker would have a stamina and mental endurance component but the physical challenges of poker would not meet the standard. And then the 'luck' part cancels out the guarantee of the gold medal win for that player with the best skills on competition day.
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Vinao182
Enthusiast
Silver Level
man, I find it interesting, maybe there was a problem regarding the prize, who would pay for example? but I see an interesting movement, many sports coming in, like skate surfing, sports that are really practiced by people, and that is really interesting to be seen, I don't know anyone who practices decathlon for example, but it's the Olympics...
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suitedsadness
Rock Star
Silver Level
Poker would not be a good fit for the olympics unless it consists of at least 100k hand games. The entire point of the olympics is that the better athlete wins. Firstly you have to ask; are poker and chess players really athletes? Then poker would be too random, although at least the chess winner would be quite likely to be the best player.
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JOHNNYROD143
Enthusiast
Silver Level
Never thought of this but its a crazy good idea
I think poker in the Olympics would be so fun to watch. Having players like Tony G, Ivey and Daniel N. duking it out while representing their country would be awesome to see. Honestly, this idea really excites me and if it ever came to fruition I would be sure to watch it.
I think poker in the Olympics would be so fun to watch. Having players like Tony G, Ivey and Daniel N. duking it out while representing their country would be awesome to see. Honestly, this idea really excites me and if it ever came to fruition I would be sure to watch it.
MishkaZL
Legend
Platinum Level
I think poker is a sport and a gamble at the same time. But still, I believe that poker deserves to be an Olympic sport. I think that in the future poker will be recognized as an Olympic sport, at least I would very much like that.
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Cooking
Legend
Platinum Level
I know a lot of people consider poker as sport, but I just can't see poker this way, so, I don't see a reason to poker be at Olympics. I think poker would have a good audience, but chess definitely would not.
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DS3
Legend
Loyaler
This would be the third time this matter has been raised in a couple of months and each time the majority have said no -not likely at all.
I can't be bothered to explain, yet again, why it is not a good idea and unlikely to ever happen....it just isn't.
And further, as a poker player I would lose respect for the Olympics if they did invite poker into the games.
I can't be bothered to explain, yet again, why it is not a good idea and unlikely to ever happen....it just isn't.
And further, as a poker player I would lose respect for the Olympics if they did invite poker into the games.
lukovnikofff
Visionary
Bronze Level
I think if poker were included in the list of Olympic Games it would be cool! Well, personally, I would be very interested in watching this, but I understand that this will never happen since in poker luck does not play an important role compared to other types of Olympic Games! And besides, poker is not legalized in all countries!
Luvepoker
Lost in the twilight zone
Community Guide
It wont happen. The Olympics are sporting event and while poker is a lot of fun and is a great mind game, its really not a sport.
This being said, how many people would honestly go and play if there was no money involved. I know many would but would the best in the world go? I dont know.
This being said, how many people would honestly go and play if there was no money involved. I know many would but would the best in the world go? I dont know.
Lena M
Legend
Loyaler
I believe that poker is not a sport. Poker is more like gambling. But still, poker is my favorite hobby. In my opinion, poker is unlikely to be recognized as an Olympic sport.
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Ale_Sander
Rising Star
Bronze Level
Hey buddy.
I like to think of poker as the sport of the mind.
Anyone who sees poker as gambling sees the game in the wrong way and may not extract the benefits that a well-thought-out and strategic style of play can provide.
But I understand and respect who has a different opinion.
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Ale_Sander
Rising Star
Bronze Level
Perhaps many professional players are interested in the spread and acceptance of poker as a profession. Like any other sport.
Football, for example, is a fun way to compete. You train your skills and, at game time, the chances of a shot hitting the goal are similar to playing poker.
There is a bit of luck involved. The ball can deflect someone and mislead the goalkeeper, you can kick wrong and the ball goes out, or you can kick really well and the ball go into the angle.
See, it's all a matter of point of view and how we work the information. When the volleyball player hits the ball, no one knows if it will fall in or out of line.
Is it a gambling too? Can the volleyball player define exactly where the ball will land?
But I can understand and respect all opinions.
I think this is not the discipline of the Olympic Games. All the same, there are disciplines related specifically to physical education and body development.
What about the development of the mind?
But do you at least consider this possibility?
I don't believe you can compare poker to bingo. Do you really think of poker as just a matter of luck? No strategy?
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